http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/ A slice of daily Malaysian life in pictures Mon, 06 Oct 2008 17:30:02 GMT ListGarden Program 1.3.1 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings061008_saigon.html Ho Chi Minh City, 6th October 2008: With 10 Million People and Ten Million Bikes, Saigon is one of the busiest and most vibrant cities in Asia. Two, three and four wheelers occupy every inch of the roads in this giant metropolis. To capture the rapid pulse of the streets, I rode a motorcycle, hopped on a cyclo, took a bus and walked its endless pavements... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings290908_waiting_for_raya.html Saigon, 29th September 2008: At a little mosque in Saigon, a little boy waits for Eid al-Fitr as the adults engage in prayers. The Muslim community in Ho Chi Minh City is especially ethnically diverse. Selamat Hari Raya from Vietnam... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings160908_malaysia_day.html Kelana Jaya, 15th September 2008: It was the night Malaysia comes of age. Malaysians from all walks of life, of different race and creed gathered in unity for a common cause. It was Malaysia's day... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings080908_duke.html Kuala Lumpur, 8th September 2008: Traversing the high-rise towers of Mont Kiara, the low cost flats of Sentul and the rustic village houses in Air Panas, the long-awaited D.U.K.E. highway is finally near completion... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings310808_merdeka_parade.html Kuala Lumpur, 31st August 2008: The true stars of the show are the kids who were baked with haze and sun for several hours. Inspite of that, they executed a flawless display worthy of Kim Jung Il's admiration... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings310808_merdeka.html Kuala Lumpur, 31st August 2008: Fireworks after the midnight countdown celebrations at Dataran Merdeka... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings300808_merdeka_millennium_endurance.html Sepang, 30th August 2008: The MME Night Race at Sepang presented a rare and challenging photo opportunity. Fast fading twilight, tungsten spotlights from the pit and fill-in flash add up to a tricky mix that required some quick manual exposure adjustments... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings220808_new_myvi.html Kuala Lumpur, 22nd August 2008: Perodua unveiled the New Myvi to the media this afternoon. The new Myvi has been given a new facelift with subtle enhancement on the exterior and interior. First launched in May 2005, there are now over a quarter of a million Myvis on Malaysian roads. The new Myvi is still competitively priced from... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings200808_new_honda_jazz.html Kuala Lumpur, 20th August 2008: Honda Malaysia launched the All-New Jazz today. The popular 5-door hatchback was introduced in 2001 and had since sold over two million units worldwide. The second generation Jazz improves on its predecessor's award-winning design and innovations... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings160808_permatang_pauh.html Permatang Pauh, 16th August 2008: Pictures of Permatang Pauh by-election nominations... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings140808_skybar.html Kuala Lumpur, 14th August 2008: Located on the 33rd floor of the Traders Hotel, the SkyBar serves up a spectacular view of the city skyline and some really interesting cocktails. In photography, "magic hour" refers to the short time window when the sky is tinted by a magical afterglow... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/archive.html Kuala Lumpur, 12th August 2008: By popular request, Sightings now incorporates an archive calendar with thumbnails. From the morning Jeff took the plunge (July 2007), through the colourful Ramadhan month (September 2007), right up to this year's St Anne's Feast (July 2008). Pick up a month... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings080808.html Kuala Lumpur, 8th August 2008: A Lovely Day. From the Thean Hou Temple to the Buddhist Maha Vihara Temple to the Hokkien Association Building, happy couples tied the knot en masse. What is the commonly shared theme at Chinese weddings... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings050808_klwmbc.html Kuala Lumpur, 5th August 2008: The city moved to the beats of over twenty marching bands from around the the world, once again. Young participants presented great musical skills, beautiful colour guards and magnificent formations during the KLWMBC 2008... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings280708_st_anne_feast.html Bukit Mertajam, 28th July 2008: Hundreds of thousands of Christian pilgrims from Malaysia and abroad congregated at St Anne's Sanctuary to perform prayer rituals in honour of the patron saint. This Catholic landmark began life as a little chapel in 1846. During the annual event, devotees transformed the grounds into a magical sea of lights... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings210708_coal_power.html Manjung, 21st July 2008: Standing tall on a man-made island near Pangkor, the Janamanjung is TNB's flagship coal-fired power station. When gas prices became increasingly volatile, TNB turned to coal to reduce its dependence on a single thermal type source. Older coal powered stations are considered inefficient and polluting. So how do they do it?... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings060708_protes.html Kelana Jaya, 6th July 2008: Like a skilled conductor, Anwar Ibrahim whipped the stadium into a frenzy. Attendance was way less than the one million advertised but the fuel price hike protest proceeded almost peacefully... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings270608_e520.html Kuala Lumpur, 27th June 2008: Me and two peacocks were huddled under a tree, taking shelter from the rain. The rain eventually stopped and my two newfound friends were heading home when I took one last picture of them. Little did they know, that the picture would end up in the Asia-Pacific brochure of a new Olympus camera... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings220608_supergt_girls.html Sepang, 22nd June 2008: Last year, some MPs were unsure whether the girls were attired in hot pants or bikinis. The ensuing debate in Parliament turned into a storm in a teacup. As a result, the babes are dressed a little less itsy bitsy this year... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings170608_sabah.html Kota Kinabalu, 17th June 2008: The National Press Club organised a trip to Kota Kinabalu, Sabah recently. Even for seasoned journalists, Sabah remains a great place to savour mountains, jungle, rivers, beaches, culture, food and more... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings030608_pramleethemusical.html Kuala Lumpur, 3rd June 2008: The second season features Musly Ramlee in the eponymous role. His uncanny resemblance to the legend in both looks and mannerisms, added another appealing factor to this very successful musical. With the gorgeous set and lighting design, I went trigger happy. Enjoy this exclusive 13-page photo essay from the ringside... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings010608_walk.html Kuala Lumpur, 1st June 2008: Listening Post. Blogger Rocky at Dataran Merdeka after a talk on "Media Freedom" hosted by the National Press Club and the National Union of Journalists. Ironically, there were more journalists turning up on duty, rather than as participants in the event... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings290508_balagan.html Kuala Lumpur, 29th May 2008: Balagan is an amalgam of circus acts, comedy, surrealism and old-fashioned slapstick. An international cast of clowns, jugglers, strongmen, acrobats and mimes brought this colourful show to life at the KL Convention Centre last night... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings250508_flying.html Kuala Lumpur, 25th May 2008: A beautiful night view of the Petronas Twin Towers and the surrounding metropolis. The aircraft was descending for landing at KLIA and was flying at around 500 kph and at about 7.000 feet above Balakong. Is photographing through the scratchy and blurry window of a commercial aircraft worth the trouble... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings190508_wesak.html Kuala Lumpur, 19th May 2008: The annual Wesak Day celebrations at the Buddhist Maha Vihara Temple in Brickfields ended with a procession of colourful floats. The neon-lit cross in the background is that of the Lutheran Zion Church en route... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings140508_brunei.html Bandar Seri Begawan, 14th May 2008: All that glitters IS gold in Brunei. Beyond the gold-plated minarets and domes, lies a treasure trove of picture opportunities, seldom explored. Join me in this special 13-page photo essay of our wealthy neighbour... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings080508_mother.html Kuala Selangor, 8th May 2008: A Silvered Leaf monkey safe in the protective arms of his mother... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings030508_furry.html Kundang, 3rd May 2008: JoJo was accidentally run over by his owner while reversing his car from the porch. The poor puppy did not realise he was abandoned and was still waiting for his owner to visit him and to pay for the surgery... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings300408_parliament.html Kuala Lumpur, 30th April 2008: Can you see two guys going after each other's throat? If you can, step right in...<br> http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings220408_new_honda_accord.html Kuala Lumpur, 22nd April 2008: Honda Malaysia unveiled its 8th generation Accord luxury sedan today. The new car is marketed as the class leader in style, comfort, safety, fuel efficiency and performance... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings210408_torch.html Kuala Lumpur, 21st April 2008: Under the Petronas Twin Towers and a heavy downpour, a wet T-shirt proclaims China Boleh... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings210408_eyes.html Sitiawan, 21st April 2008: Above a cemetery wall, a passing ant paused for a quick decision. After a brief stare down, she attacked my camera ferociously. Join me in this off-the-beaten-track photo essay of Perak which took me through Teluk Intan, Sitiawan, Lumut and beyond... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings170408_horses.html Kuala Lumpur, 17th April 2008: Those horses in my garden. They galloped, leaped and pranced with wild abandonment. Horses and my mind roam free on a hot afternoon... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings140408_white14.html Kuala Lumpur, 14th April 2008: I never knew I would be back at muddy fields and crushing crowd so soon after the elections. Anwar Ibrahim celebrated his return to active politics with a rally in Kampung Baru tonight... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings070408_life.html Langkawi, 7th April 2008: Basking under the rays of the setting sun, a cat is deep in thought. She is probably wondering about the meaning of life or whether mice exist on Mars... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings040408_qingming.html Kuala Lumpur, 4th April 2008: Fifteen days after the Spring Equinox, the Chinese sweep the tombs of their departed loved ones. The weather may be wet and gloomy today, but the Qing Ming tradition of burning paper offerings lives on... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings290308_earth_hour.html Kuala Lumpur, 29th March 2008: Well done, KL. The major landmarks and corporate headquarters shone through. See any difference? None. Still, I am hoping it is ignorance rather than indifference. Big props to the other cities participating in Earth Hour's symbolic but meaningful Global Blackout... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings280308_broga.html Broga, 27th March 2008: It was like driving under a cloudless sky across the Nevada desert. Except, I was in Broga. Yesterday was one of the hottest days in a long time. The sky was in rare perfect blue as I explored the areas surrounding Semenyih and beyond. Enjoy this colourful 10-page pictorial... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings160308_raptors.html Tanjung Tuan, 16th March 2008: Every March, we are blessed with the most awesome sight as migratory birds of prey make their way back to Northern China and Siberia. They make a brief stopover in our skies and greet us with a salutation dance. From Crested Honey Buzzards, Black Bazas to Arrow Chinese Goshawks, these majestic raptors glide high up in the sky with the help of hot air columns. Even our own resident White Bellied Sea Eagles showed up for this celebratory fly-by across the Straits Of Malacca... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings080308_underdogs.html Malaysia, 8th March 2008: A pictorial of some of the winning candidates and some... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings060308_ceramah.html Penang, 6th March 2008: The opposing parties are getting very competitive as the elections campaigning draws to a close. DAP triumphed in the latest one-upmanship with a monster 70,000 crowd in Penang tonight. Like rock stars, Karpal, Kit Siang and Guan Eng... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings040308_mosh.html Subang Jaya, 4th March 2008: Covering the elections rallies is not exactly a walk in the park. Relentless rain, muddy grounds, huge crowds and unearthly hours. But this pales in comparison to the punishing schedule of some of the candidates... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings020308_phenomenal.html Kuala Lumpur, 2nd March 2008: I have always noticed at outdoor eating places that the Chinese are the first to scurry whenever a single drop of rain is felt. It is a Chinese thing :) Tonight, at an election rally in Taman Tun Dr Ismail, thousands of Chinese not only braved the heavy rain but cheered wildly as... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings240208_women_power.html Kuala Lumpur, 24th February 2008: Women may comprise half of the population but their representation in Parliament is highly disproportionate. With the trend of fielding women against women, the status quo perpetuates... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings170208_le_tour_de_langkawi.html Kuala Lumpur, 17th February 2008: Perhaps it should now be called Le Tour de Anywhere But Langkawi. The eponymous venue is no longer featured in the cycling race that started in 1996. This year's race criss-crossed the country in different stages and ended in Kuala Lumpur. Photographing the event behind the cityscape required some unconventional techniques... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings160208_tun_mahathir.html Gombak, 16th February 2008: It was awesome seeing the former PM getting mobbed like a teenage pop idol. As the elder statesman made his exit, hundreds of students surged towards him. They made a crushing, frenzied attempt to shake his hand and to get his autograph... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings100208_karak_lava.html Karak Highway, 10th February 2008: Like molten lava flowing down a mountain, endless vehicles streamed down the Karak Highway tonight. The reverse exodus is taking place after the long Chinese New Year break. I've been to a lot of nasty places but this secluded vantage point high up on the old Bentong road is really scary. Moonshiners and car thieves... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings080208_cowgirl.html Kuala Lumpur, 8th February 2008: She is not a Country &amp; Western singer nor a Japan GT girl. She's part of a China cultural troupe performing at the Thean Hou Temple. Like her attire, the temple's Chinese New Year celebration is a liberal mix of tradition, religion and commerce... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings060208_chinese_new_year.html Jenjarom, 7th February 2008: The Dong Zen Temple in Jenjarom turns into a magical wonderland every Lunar New Year. With enchanting mist, lanterns and flowers, the Buddhist landmark attracts devotees and tourists from near and far... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings220108_chariot.html Kuala Lumpur, 22nd January 2008: It is the eve of Thaipusam and the chariot is making its way through Lebuh Ampang. A pair of lion dancers pranced in front of the Hindu deity Lord Murugan. The all-Indian lion dance troupe added an unusual cross-cultural dimension to this annual procession to Batu Caves... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings180108_new_proton_saga.html Kuala Lumpur, 18th January 2008: After 25 years the saga continues. Exclusive pics of the new New Proton Saga... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings010108_new_year_eve.html Kuala Lumpur, 31st December 2007: Fireworks display at KLCC at the stroke of midnight... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings251207_christmas.html Kuala Lumpur, 25th December 2007: Rain clouds hovering over St John's Cathedral on a wet Christmas evening... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings211207_pekan.html Pahang, 21st December 2007: Unaware she is heading for slaughter, a camel is bewildered by the flood waters, thousands of miles from her desert homeland. Like my coverage of last year's Great Johor Floods, this year's visit to the flood-stricken state of Pahang also coincided with Hari Raya Korban... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings171207_nikon_d3.html Kuala Lumpur, 17th December 2007: With a very useable ISO 6400, the new Nikon D3 whips its rivals to claim its place as the new speed king. See pics of the night coming alive through this remarkable camera... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings061207_lima2007_airshow.html Langkawi, 6th December 2007: An exclusive series on the Langkawi International Maritime &amp; Aerospace Show featuring action from the tarmac and up in the air... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings251107_a1gp_team_malaysia.html Sepang, 25th November 2007: Round 3 of this season's A1GP -- the World Cup of Motorsport -- made its way to the Sepang International Circuit this weekend. I was delighted to see my friends Azrai, (bloggers) Owen and Alex and their teammates in action; up-close. It was also fascinating to see boss Jack and deputy Owen handle the team, logistics, sponsors, the media and well-wishers so coolly... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings211107_honda_stream.html Kuala Lumpur, 21st November 2007: Honda Malaysia launched its long-awaited All-New Honda Stream today. Kuala Lumpur, 21st November 2007: Honda Malaysia launched its long-awaited All-New Honda Stream today. The second generation of the stylish sporty 7-seater MPV (Multi-Purpose Vehicle) uses the newly developed 1.8-liter i-VTEC engine... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings201107_night_viewty.html Kuala Lumpur, 20th November 2007: Wouldn't it be convenient to have a nocturnal cam that fits in the shirt pocket while you explore the city at night? Wouldn't it be safer not carrying a big camera when venturing into the seedier side of town? From the previous post, we know the tiny Viewty excels in bright daylight but how does it perform at night? http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings161107_viewty.html Hong Kong, 16th November 2007: I was at the launch of LG's new Viewty mobile phone in Macau, earlier this week. With Hong Kong only a ferry ride away, I test-drove the 5mp camera phone on the colourful streets of Kowloon and Victoria...<br> http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings081107_deepavali.html Kuala Lumpur, 8th November 2007: Hindu devotees throng the Sri Maha Mariamman Temple to offer their prayers on Deepavali Day. Founded in 1873, this iconic temple in Chinatown is exceptionally friendly to tourists and photographers... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings051107_athletic.html Bukit Jalil , 5th November 2007: Pole vaulter Rachel Yang Bingjie at the MAAU-NSC All-Comers' Athletic Championships. The venue and the timing of the events presented a number of interesting challenges for the photographer... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings261007_motocross.html Sepang, 26th October 2007: With the more glamourous MotoGP going on next door, the Malaysian Motocross Championship received little attention. I usually compose the picture in my mind before arriving at a location. I envisioned a busy scene with riders flying on top of boring oil palm trees. Instead, there were few riders and plenty of lalang patches... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings191007_pramleethemusical.html Kuala Lumpur, 19th October 2007: At the gala preview last night, it was announced that tickets have been sold out for the entire run! Executive Producer, Tiara Jacquelina, got me a front row seat to photograph this very entertaining and stylish production. Here's a dozen pictures for those who didn't buy the tickets early... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings171007_procession.html Ampang, 17th October 2007: A colourful procession was held in conjunction with the annual Nine Emperor Gods Festival last Friday. During a dragon dance, ashes from burning jossticks behind me was stirred into a raging ash storm... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings131007_hari_raya.html Kuala Lumpur, 13th October 2007: This Raya I visited Khalid of the Malaysian Cat Club in Kampung Baru and Bangladeshi worker Aman in Tiong Nam, for a different and unique festive experience... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings121007_ramadan_colours.html Malaysia, 12th October 2007: Colours of Ramadan is a potpourri of some of my favourite images photographed this Ramadan. A series on minarets, food and people in celebration of the festive season... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings071007_sg_lembing.html Sg Lembing, 7th October 2007: Underneath Sg Lembing town, stood one of the world's largest and deepest underground tin mines. Tin was excavated from as deep as 700 metres, with tunnels totaling about 320 kilometres... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings041007_rasa_sayang.html Kuala Lumpur, 4th October 2007: We stole their folk song. They blanket us with haze, robbing us of blue skies and fresh air ever so often. It was reported last week that there were over 300 hotspots in Sumatra alone... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings021007_multi_faith.html Kuala Lumpur, 2nd October 2007: A rare but inspiring sight. Hand in hand, religious men of different faith prayed for monks and<br>citizens of troubled Myanmar... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings250907_lantern_festival.html Kuala Lumpur, 25th September 2007: I saw only Power Puff Girl, Superman and Spiderman lanterns that night. Whatever happened to those simple fish or rabbit lanterns... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings230907_dancesport.html Kuala Lumpur, 24th September 2007: From the shadows, dance has developed into a recognised sport under the International Olympic Committee... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings210907_chief.html Kuala Lumpur, 21st September 2007: Under a golden sunset, The Chief High Priest of Malaysia makes his way to a Felicitation Ceremony. Before his elevation, I had the honour and privilege to photograph him at his many charity missions... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings210907_satay.html Ampang Jaya, 21st September 2007: Like a movie stuntman, a satay seller appears to be engulfed in flames. Some believe that the popular dish was invented by Hainanese immigrants, many whom were cooks during the colonial days... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings180907_moonrise_klcc_mosque.html Kuala Lumpur, 18th September 2007: The moon rises over the Masjid Asy-Syakirin at KLCC Park. The time is known as the Magic Hour in photography and cinematography. In reality, the magic usually last for about fifteen minutes... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings150907_ramadhan_kids.html Kuala Lumpur, 15th September 2007: The Pasar Ramadhan at Kg Medan is reputed to be the longest such bazaar in Malaysia. It is a seemingly endless jumble of closely-spaced stalls, people and vehicles. Due to its sheer size, many parents shop with their kids on motorcycles... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings130907_masjid_india.html Kuala Lumpur, 13th September 2007: I stumbled upon a mass Buka Puasa session inside the Masjid India mosque today. The very friendly and hospitable folks seem amused but delighted to find a curious noob and a non-Muslim among them... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings130907_visa.html Kuala Lumpur, 13th September 2007: Jessica Pang -- Country Manager for Malaysia - Visa International Asia Pacific -- wants me to convey a special message to all you shutterbugs... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings130907_sepang.html Sepang, 13th September 2007: Most Malaysians tend to think of elections when they see newly resurfaced roads resurfaced again. Not in this case... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings110907_tattoo.html Kuala Lumpur, 11th September 2007: The KL International Tattoo is by far the most entertaining event held in conjunction with the 50th Merdeka anniversary. A big salute also to the crowd who cheered wildly for every single team. Not a common sight with our usually partisan and reserved spectators... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings090907_doa_selamat.html Kuala Lumpur, 9th September 2007: A teary-eyed Marina relating how her father was determined to undergo heart surgery as he felt he has unfinished business and needed to get well again soonest. She and well-wishers were at a multi-faith prayer meet... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings080907_jackie_chan.html Bandar Sunway, 8th September 2007: Here he is -- sweet and sweaty -- after being ushered through a sea of screaming fans. He proclaimed his retirement from action movies next year. The action hero also revealed; he won't be appearing in another Rush Hour sequel, hates the Hollywood film-making system and if given a choice, would like to kiss Jodie Foster on screen... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings070907_budget2008.html Kuala Lumpur, 7th September 2007: The Prime Minister tabling Bajet 2008, as seen on live TV at the Trading Hall of RHB Centre... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings070907_chinese_ghost_month.html Selayang, 7th September 2007: Too Fast For JPJ. The paper bus and driver are one of many offerings laid out to appease spirits during the Hungry Ghost Festival. This special 10-page photo essay feature some of the interesting and bizarre rituals at the close the festival in Selayang... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings050907_a1team.html Kuala Lumpur, 5th September 2007: A1 Team Malaysia unveiled its new car with a new line-up of sponsors at Carcosa today. Principal driver Alex Yoong looks forward to more podium finishes at the new season of the A1GP, the World Cup of Motorsports... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings040907_rainclouds.html Gombak, 4th September 2007: It was one of the darkest skies ever seen at 6:30pm. Even frugal Malaysian drivers turned on their car lights! For me, the rain clouds that blanketed north Gombak and Selayang today provided a wonderful, rare photo opportunity... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings020907_fireworks.html Putrajaya, 2nd September 2007: Finale of the Malaysia International Fireworks Competition at Putrajaya. I had to walk 3 km through a dark, deserted path to get to this vantage point. Lights illuminating landmarks around ground zero were turned-off during the fireworks display. What's the point of hosting the event at such a beautiful place when... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings310807_merdeka_kids.html Kuala Lumpur, 31st August 2007: They threw tantrums like the politicians on stage but waved flags without incentives. They smiled instantly on seeing my camera but cupped their ears as quickly when jets screamed overhead. They made my Merdeka Day... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings300807_merdeka_eve.html Kuala Lumpur, 30th August 2007: Amidst the celebrations, the 113-year old St Mary's Cathedral at Dataran Merdeka stood like a timely and poignant reminder that Malaysia is a multi-religious and multi-cultural nation... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings270807_basejump_kltower.html Kuala Lumpur, 27th August 2007: To 'free fall' on top of this BASE jumper, I stretched out as far as I could go and rotated the image to simulate his POV. On the top of the KL Tower, at about 1000 feet, my life depended on... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings260807_mmer.html Sepang, 26th August 2007: The annual 12-hour Merdeka Millennium Endurance Race at SIC required some unusual photography techniques... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings250807_engelbert.html Genting Highlands, 25th August 2007: Engelbert Humperdink performed to a capacity crowd at the Arena Of Stars, Genting Highlands last night... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings240807_frogway.html Kuala Lumpur, 24th August 2007: Pond Stars. Elaine Daly, Ash Nair, Vince Chong &amp; Harith Iskander in Frogway. A musical about brain-drain? Lyricist Marcel Nunis himself left the country and never returned... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings220807_monkey.html Bukit Melawati, 22nd August 2007: Despite his patriotic stand, he will soon be stripped of his citizenship and banished to another country. Perhaps, our monkeys were already doomed when people in authority likened bloggers to them. The Cabinet has literally signed a death warrant by withdrawing protection for the so-called urban monkeys under the Wildlife Protection Act... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings180807_ballroom.html Bandar Sunway, 18th August 2007: Another talented blogger in the limelight. Callista and Jimmy are finalists under the Latin Dance category of the 4th Malaysian International Ballroom Dancing Grand Prix... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings170807_sunrisejazzfestival.html Kuala Lumpur, 17th August 2007: What has fire eating got to do with jazz you may ask. The connection is Zainal Abidin, of course. The world music proponent was on stage at the Sunrise Jazz Festival... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings160807_janet_whyemun.html Kuala Lumpur, 16th August 2007: Look Ma, No VPL! : Singer Janet Lee seemed to be saying (showing). She, Cheong Whye Mun and pianist Joseph Leow will showcase a selection of arias and art songs in the unique atmosphere of the Wei Ling Gallery... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings150807_proton_persona.html Shah Alam, 15th August 2007: Seri Paduka Baginda Yang di-Pertuan Agong Tuanku Mizan launched the new Proton Persona at the Proton Centre Of Excellence this afternoon. The obliging and down-to-earth royal couple did a 'static test drive' like what many of us would do in a showroom... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings120807_catshow.html Kuala Lumpur, 12th August 2007: A nervous contestant looked to her master for reassurance. Malaysia Cat Club's International Cat Show was held at the new Matrade Exhibition &amp; Convention Centre today... http://www.mycen.com.my/sightings/sightings110807_barber.html Kuala Lumpur, 11th August 2007: I followed blogger-turned-journalist Grace Shu to the barber's today. She gets a monthly crew-cut to maintain the androgynous look. As you probably guessed, I have not visited one for a long, long time and thus was surprised to see...